119-HRES-1074 Journalist Public Summary

Public Summary — 119-HRES-1074 (YMCA 175th Anniversary)

Headline Summary: A House resolution celebrating 175 years of the YMCA’s community service and urging continued work to connect people and reduce loneliness.

What It Does: H. Res. 1074 congratulates the YMCA on its 175th anniversary; recognizes its role in local communities (from swim lessons and youth sports to childcare, camps, English classes, and health programs); commends YMCA staff and volunteers; and encourages ongoing efforts to address social isolation by creating welcoming places where people can belong. It is a symbolic statement of support and does not create new programs or funding.

• Who’s For It: The resolution was introduced by Rep. Mike Quigley, with Reps. Edwards and Chris Pappas as co-sponsors. Their text thanks YMCA staff and volunteers and highlights the organization’s long record of community service.
• Supporters outside Congress: The resolution honors YMCA organizations and participants nationwide; the text itself serves as the supporting rationale (recognition of programs, historic contributions like youth civics and swim lessons, and work to foster belonging).

• Who’s Against It: No formal opposition is on record at introduction. With commemorative resolutions, occasional objections—when they arise—tend to be about using floor time for symbolic items rather than substantive policy or cost concerns, not about the honoree itself.

What’s Next: On February 23, 2026, the measure was referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. If the committee advances it (or the House discharges it), the full House may vote. As a House simple resolution, it does not go to the Senate or the President.